Shortest Hiking
Heaven for trekkers, including hundreds of rare, unique creatures is Nepal. It’s a true lifetime experience exploring the high hills, forest areas, mountain ranges, traditional villages and glacier lakes. One can have multiple choices to go for short treks in Nepal. In fact, many trekking destinations are yet to be discovered. Dozens of short Hiking for week or less available in Nepal. The pleasant climatic condition, enchanting wild life, flora, fauna, and huge number of religious and cultural Heritage makes your trek worth to Nepal. Visit Nepal 2020 is full of fun, joy and happiness.
Nepal consists of three geographical regions: Hilly, Himalayan and Terai. Hilly, with the moderate temperature, Terai is hot and Himalayan with cold temperature. The land of Peace, Lumbini is widely famous for Birthplace of lord Buddha is in Nepal. Mt. Everest carries the beauty of all the Nepalese and its a dream to climb Mt. Everest for all the trekkers. Yearly, ten thousands of trekkers go for Everest Base Camp trek and now it’s regarded as ‘King of all the Trekking destinations’ in Nepal.
Well, let me come to the point. Below are some of the best short treks in Nepal. It includes both the high and lower altitude treks in Nepal.
Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Duration: 7 Days
Maximum Elevation: 4,130 m (Annapurna Base Camp)
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Accommodation: Lodges, Hotels, Tea houses
Permits Required: Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS), Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Permit (ACAP)
You are absolutely lucky if you plan for this trek because you get chance to trek to two famous Base Camps of Nepal: Machhapuchhre and Annapurna Base Camp. The enchanting views of Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Mt. Annapurna South, Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Machhapuchhre (Also known as Mt. Fishtail) and Lamjung Himal Range.
Highlights:
- Explore Two Base Camps in a single trek
- Trekking Route covers Dense forest, high hills and traditional villages
- Explore Natural Hot spring at Jhinu Danda
- Glorious Views of Himalayas
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Duration: 4- 7 Days
Maximum Elevation: 3,200 m (Poon Hill)
Difficulty Level: Easy
Accommodation: Guest House, Homestay and Tea houses
Permit Required: ACAP and TIMS
Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is ultimate trek to Himalayas with no restriction on the age group. The trek allows you to captures landscape of Annapurna Poon Hill (3,210 m), Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Lamjung Himal. Trekking up to Poon Hill to watch the sunrise over snow covered hills makes this trek alive. Hiking though pleasant forest covered by rhododendron, oak, wide varieties of birds, animals and flowers are amazing.
Highlights:
- Sunrise and Sunset
- Explore Ghandruk Village
- Explore Ghorepani Poon Hill and Ulleri
- Get in touch with Gurung, Magars, their culture, custom and religion
- Eye Catching Views of Himalayas including Annapurna I , II, III, IV, Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri
Everest Panorama Trek
Duration: 7 – 9 Days
Maximum Elevation: 3,962 m (Everest View Hotel )
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
Accommodation: Lodges, Guesthouse, TeaHouse
Permits Required: TIMS, Local Entry permit
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour Pvt. Ltd recommends highly to go for this trek before Everest Base Camp Trek. It’s Complete short package trek of Everest Base Camp. You will follow the footsteps of early mountaineer leading to the Tengboche Monastery via Namche Bazaar. You can observe wonderful mountain scenario, Sherpa culture, tradition, hospitality and gain wild and adventurous Himalayas adventure. The trek can be carried out through out the year.
Highlights:
- Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla Airport (Single Run way, high altitude dangerous airport in the world)
- Enchanting Views of Mt. Everest and other high Peaks
- Explore Sagarmatha National Park
- Roam around the Trade hub of Himalayan region: Namche Bazaar
- Hospitality and friendly culture of Sherpa People
Helambu Trek
Duration: 7 – 9 Days
Maximum Elevation: 3,650 m (Thadepati)
Difficulty Level: Easy
Accommodation: Teahouse
Permits Required: TIMS, Langtang Region Area Permit
Helambu Trek takes you to the less trekked region of Nepal. Langtang region is famous for Red panda which is the rare species in Nepal. The trek offers you the glimpse of rich unspoiled landscapes and culture of langtang region. It also offers spectacular views of mountain ranges, forest, waterfalls, flora and fauna.
Highlights:
- Explore Tibetan Buddhits Culture, Tradition and custom
- Most easily accessible trek in Nepal
- Explore Shivapuri and Langtang National Park
- Views of Mountain ranges including Ganesh himal, Jugal Himal and Langtang Peak
- Visit the Kyanjin Gompa, the oldest monastery in Nepal
Chisapani – Nagarkot Trek
Duration: 3- 7 Days
Maximum Elevation: 2,175 m (Nagarkot)
Difficulty Level: Easy
Accommodation: Lodges, luxury Hotel
Permits Required: Shivapuri National Park Entry Fee
Chisapani – Nagarkot is famous trek in Kathmandu Valley. The trek is suitable for all the people and it’s easily accessible. During the trek, you will be walking through the forest of Nagarkot. Nagarkot View Point is the major attraction of this trek. The trek also offers sunrise, sun set views, high hills, beautiful Kathmandu Valley and if the weather is clear, you can observe Ganesh Himal from the View point.
Highlights:
- Wide varieties of Flora and Fauna
- Nagarkot View Tower
- Culture Tour
- Moderate Climate
- Explore forest, rivers and waterfalls
Rara Lake Trek
Duration: 8 – 12 Days
Maximum Elevation: 3,450 m
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Accommodation: Teahouse, Camping
Permit Required: TIMS
Rara Lake is the largest lake of Nepal. During the trekking, you will walk through remote village of Karnali region. Since the trekking destination is less popular, the trails remain peace. You will get multiple options to explore lush green forest, rivers, suspension bridges, and rara lake. The region is also home for many endangered animals including Red Panda.
Highlights:
- Explore Remote villages of Jumla and Mugu
- Offers Enchanting View of Rara lake
- Observe Life style, culture and tradition of locals
- Wide varieties of birds and animals than other National Parks
Mardi Himal Trek
Duration: 5 – 8 Days
Maximum Elevation: 4,500 (Mardi Himal Base Camp)
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Accommoation: Lodges, Hotels, Teahouses
Permit Required: TIMS, ACAP
Mardi Himal trek, getting popularity every year is Hidden Treasure in Nepal. The Base Camp is situated at the Base of Mardi Himal and Machhapuchhre. The trekking trail leads you from Rhododendron forest at an elevation of 3,300 m. The trek offers enthusiastic views of Mardi Himal, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. The destination is suitable to trek through out the year.
Highlights:
- Get Connected with high hills, forest and waterfalls
- Observe Live View of Mardi Himal from Mardi Himal Base Camp
- Views of mountain ranges including Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli
- Peaceful and Kind Hospitality of Peoples
Source: Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour (p) Ltd.